Mauritius vs Sao Tome and Principe Size Comparison

Discover the true size difference between Mauritius and Sao Tome and Principe. Compare their overlaid silhouettes and learn how the Mercator projection distorts scale.

Direct Silhouette Overlay (same scale)

Comparison of shapes at the exact same, real geographic scale. Click or tap and drag either silhouette to adjust positioning manually.

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Mauritius ↗

Surface Area2,040 km²
Population1,265,000
TypeCountry
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Sao Tome and Principe ↗

Surface Area964 km²
Population219,000
TypeCountry
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